2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1983 Tatra T613. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | F-250 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2990 mm |
